By Andrew Grozier
Taking your first step into the music industry can be a daunting prospect, on Striking a Chord we get some folks who’ve been through it all, at all levels of the music business to tell us how to get started and how to survive in the industry today.

This week it’s all about getting your name out there and getting gigging.

This podcast tries to bridge the gap between different music enthusiasts by introducing them to a new genre each week – always presenting it from the point of view of the people who have a passion for their genre. Because, the shared love for music should be stronger than the differences in genres, don’t you think?

THREE C’S IN A POD is a weekly podcast where host Rachel Davidson gets into the minds of stand-up comedians. This episode features Canadian comic and Fosters Edinburgh Comedy Award nominee Tony Law, and two up-and-coming local stars of the scene, Bob Graham and Fern Brady. They talk cats from hell, crazed Glaswegian rappers and Romania.

Forgotten Edinburgh aims to unearth and remember some of the lesser known and unusual stories from the history of the Scottish Capital. In this Episode, we look at the widely reported reports that an unusual musical protest took place during Bob Dylan’s concert at the ABC Cinema on Lothian Road in 1966. Why would Edinburgh fans do that and did they really do it?

Brexit, international politics, This podcast explores one of the biggest political dilemmas that faces Scotland today. Two different points of view. Only, one reality. Should Scotland have a second independence referendum?

On this week’s episode Matt catches up with comic book artist Alex Maleev and discusses his career so far, his favourite art and life behind the iron curtain. Don’t forget to like and share for your chance to win!

In Mac’s Tracks, Stuart Mackenzie combines music news and reviews to provide a complete investigation of various albums. This week’s episode focuses on pop punk royalty Blink 182’s recently released California. With acknowledgement of the band’s major fandom and turbulence in the recent line-up, Stuart considers the hype of the album, its sound, and the influence of new member, Matt Skiba to find out how successful a comeback Blink-182 have had.

The progressive politics podcast. On this pod your host Cormac Rae interviews charities, the scottish government, trade unions, activists and lawyers about the rise of zero hour contracts. A short burst of hard hitting political banter. Join Cormac as he explores the hot political issues of the day from a progressive perspective.

Love at first swipe is a podcast dedicated to giving you the inside scoop on dating in the 21 century. Looking at everything from dating apps, to alternative relationships and more. Each week I talk to the experts, those lucky in love and those unfortunate few who are struggling to find Mr or Mrs Right to find out the truth behind dating’s greatest myths.

In the latest episode of About Today Eoghan Scott attempts to dissect the ongoing abortion debate in Ireland, featuring interviews with comedian and author Tara Flynn, as well as Students for Life spokesperson Katie Ascough.

By Lauren Rooney
The goodwill seekers podcast brings charities and individuals to the radio table. Opening up a discussion in the many ways to help others, raise awareness and make movements in society today. This weeks focus is on the crisis in Calais.

In this episode of the Planning Well Manual, International future students will find some tips for facing easily the multifaceted beaurocracy when letting an apartment in Scotland. International current students and experts will give you an idea of how things work in Scotland and in Edinburgh City.

By Andrew Hamilton
The Audible Blackboard sees Andrew Hamilton explore the various challenges that university can present. It strives to offer practical advice for overcoming problems relating to higher education, including managing tuition fees, balancing a part-time job, and relationships. This episode examines how to bridge the gap from university to a career.

Relationships come in all forms and as the world gets smaller and technology becomes more advanced, long distance relationships no longer seem as impossible as they once were. This podcast goes some way to explaining why people do it, the pros and cons and a few hints and tips for those of you up for the challenge!